85% of Gaza's population has been displaced, 32,000 people have died and famine has now become emminent. Gaza is smaller in size than any American state but what is happening? The war is affecting the United States.

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Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis are proving to be a thorn in the flesh for the U.S. & its ally Israel. Since November last year, they have targeted Israeli-owned, flagged or operated ships or ships heading to the Israeli ports. Raising stakes in the ongoing Red sea crisis, the Houthis, on the 14th of March, claimed to have a new, hypersonic missile in their arsenal, according to the Russian state media. No evidence was however provided for the claim though the Houthis, in the recent past, have spoken of introducing military surprises in their Red Sea operations. How substantial is the claim and what possible implications it could have on the ongoing conflict in the Red Sea and beyond? Mohammed Saleh brings you the details.

Houthis set to introduce military surprises in the Red Sea?

The Israeli army launched on Monday (local time) an operation around Gaza's largest hospital, Al-Shifa, with witnesses reporting air strikes on the devastated neighbourhood where it is located.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his determination to send troops into Rafah, in southern Gaza, to rout remaining Hamas units. The drive has led to a rift with the Biden administration as it warns against an Israeli operation before more than 1.3 million Palestinians can move to safety. What’s next for Israel and war in Gaza as rift between Netanyahu and Biden widens?

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Children's agency UNICEF said last week nearly 1 in 3 children under two in northern Gaza suffer from acute malnutrition, twice as many as in January. Watch in for more details!

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World Central Kitchen a us-based charity stated a consignment of almost 200 tons of food Aid had reached the starving people in Northern Gaza on Tuesday.

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Chinese diplomat Wang Kejian met Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Qatar, China’s Foreign Ministry said Tuesday, the first meeting between a Chinese and Hamas official publicly acknowledged by Beijing since the outbreak of the war in Gaza.

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The Israeli military says it has taken control of al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City in what it called an operation to "thwart terrorist activity". Watch in for more details!

Israel launches overnight raid on Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital

Israel has taken control of the Al-Shifa hospital and told Gazans to evacuate the region. The raid highlights that Hamas continues to operate in Northern Gaza despite sustaining heavy losses and in areas that were supposedly cleared off by IDF long ago. Will this continue to happen?

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spurned a plea from Joe Biden to call off a planned ground assault of Rafah, the last refuge in Gaza for more than a million displaced people, where Israel believes Hamas fighters are holed up.

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<p><strong>Israel-Hamas war</strong>: The fighting between Israeli troops and Hamas militants continued around Gaza's strategically located Al-Shifa hospital after Israel&nbsp;claimed to have taken control of the medical facility on Tuesday (March 19) following an early morning raid on Monday. As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to press on for an assault on Rafah, US President Joe Biden warned that an Israeli operation in Rafah would deepen anarchy in Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan told reporters in a routine briefing that Israel and the United States&nbsp;would have a comprehensive discussion on the way forward in Gaza amid a raging humanitarian crisis due to&nbsp;six months of fierce state of war that has killed over 32,000 Palestinians so far.</p>

<p>However, the United States expressed discontentment over Israel's purported lack of clarity over the situation in Gaza.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Israel launches overnight raid on Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital</strong></p>

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<p>"Israel cleared Shifa once. Hamas came back into Shifa, which raises questions about how to ensure a sustainable campaign against Hamas so that it cannot regenerate, cannot retake territory,"&nbsp;Sullivan said during the press briefing.</p>

<p>Sullivan also repeated the US argument that a major ground operation in Rafah would be a mistake, adding: "It would lead to more innocent civilian deaths, worsen the already dire humanitarian crisis, deepen the anarchy in Gaza, and further isolate Israel internationally."</p>

<p>He added: "A military plan cannot succeed without an integrated humanitarian plan and political plan."</p>

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<p>"From our perspective, it is connecting Israel’s objective to a sustainable strategy. That is the final thing we need to focus on right now, rather than have Israel go smash into Rafah. That is what the president talked to the prime minister about today," Sullivan said.</p>

<h2><strong>Gaza truce is 'still possible': United States</strong></h2>

<p>The US National Security Adviser&nbsp;said that Hamas has added new conditions to the latest hostage deal framework.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Hamas has put a proposal on the table — this is after Israel, working with Qatar, Egypt and the United States, had indicated a willingness to move forward on a six-week ceasefire in return for the release of a number of hostages, leading to further phases from there, and Hamas had given us nothing for quite some time,"&nbsp;Sullivan said, repeating that there could be a deal immediately if Hamas would just agree to release roughly 40 Israeli female, elderly, and wounded hostages.</p>

<p>Instead, Hamas "put a proposal on the table where they’ve added a series of other conditions… The Israeli government has responded by saying they can’t just accept that. They regard some of those conditions as going too far, but that’s what a negotiation is about," the US national security adviser continued while&nbsp;noting that negotiating teams are in Qatar trying to secure a deal.</p>

<p>"We believe that those discussions are very alive, that a deal is possible," Sullivan said.</p>


Israel-Hamas war: The fighting between Israeli troops and Hamas militants continued around Gaza's strategically located Al-Shifa hospital after Israel claimed to have taken control of the medical facility on Tuesday (March 19) following an early morning raid on Monday.

Israel-Hamas war: The fighting between Israeli troops and Hamas militants continued around Gaza's strategically located Al-Shifa hospital after Israel claimed to have taken control of the medical facility on Tuesday (March 19) following an early morning raid on Monday. As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to press on for an assault on Rafah, US President Joe Biden warned that an Israeli operation in Rafah would deepen anarchy in Gaza. Today, I spoke again with Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding the latest developments in Israel and Gaza. I continued to affirm that Israel has a right to go after Hamas, a group of terrorists responsible for the worst massacre of the Jewish people since the Holocaust. And I… pic.twitter.com/pRf9b0VE91 — President Biden (@POTUS) March 19, 2024 × The US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan told reporters in a routine briefing that Israel and the United States would have a comprehensive discussion on the way forward in Gaza amid a raging humanitarian crisis due to six months of fierce state of war that has killed over 32,000 Palestinians so far. However, the United States expressed discontentment over Israel's purported lack of clarity over the situation in Gaza. Also watch | Israel launches overnight raid on Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital × "Israel cleared Shifa once. Hamas came back into Shifa, which raises questions about how to ensure a sustainable campaign against Hamas so that it cannot regenerate, cannot retake territory," Sullivan said during the press briefing. Sullivan also repeated the US argument that a major ground operation in Rafah would be a mistake, adding: "It would lead to more innocent civilian deaths, worsen the already dire humanitarian crisis, deepen the anarchy in Gaza, and further isolate Israel internationally." He added: "A military plan cannot succeed without an integrated humanitarian plan and political plan." Also read | Biden speaks to Netanyahu, discusses latest developments in Gaza and humanitarian aid "From our perspective, it is connecting Israel’s objective to a sustainable strategy. That is the final thing we need to focus on right now, rather than have Israel go smash into Rafah. That is what the president talked to the prime minister about today," Sullivan said. Gaza truce is 'still possible': United States The US National Security Adviser said that Hamas has added new conditions to the latest hostage deal framework. "Hamas has put a proposal on the table — this is after Israel, working with Qatar, Egypt and the United States, had indicated a willingness to move forward on a six-week ceasefire in return for the release of a number of hostages, leading to further phases from there, and Hamas had given us nothing for quite some time," Sullivan said, repeating that there could be a deal immediately if Hamas would just agree to release roughly 40 Israeli female, elderly, and wounded hostages. Instead, Hamas "put a proposal on the table where they’ve added a series of other conditions… The Israeli government has responded by saying they can’t just accept that. They regard some of those conditions as going too far, but that’s what a negotiation is about," the US national security adviser continued while noting that negotiating teams are in Qatar trying to secure a deal. "We believe that those discussions are very alive, that a deal is possible," Sullivan said.

US rules out support for Israel PM Netayahu's Rafah assault plan amid Gaza truce talks

The UN food agency says "famine is imminent" in northern Gaza, where an estimated 70% of the population faces catastrophic hunger. Watch in for more details!

Israel War: Famine imminent in north Gaza, an 'unprecedented' crisis, says UN

Israel War: UN agency says 'famine is imminent' in northern Gaza

US State Secretary Antony Blinken is set to visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt to meet with government leaders this week and discuss efforts to reach an “immediate ceasefire agreement” between Israel and Hamas.

Israel-Gaza war: Blinken to push for Gaza ceasefire, to push for Gaza ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday agreed to send a team to Washington DC to discuss the looming Rafah invasion, the White House said. Watch in for more details!

Israel sends team to US, team to discuss Biden concerns on Rafah

The United Nations has warned that widespread famine in the Gaza Strip is "almost inevitable" without action. A formal conclusion that famine has arrived in the coastal enclave of 2.3 million people could come next week.

Israel war: Famine imminent in North Gaza, US says 100% population affected

The head of the UN Palestinian refugee agency said on Monday the hunger in the Gaza Strip is “man-made”. He also added that the crisis can be resolved and reversed through proper political will.

Israel War: UNRWA Chief says hunger in Gaza is 'man-made'

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his plan to launch an offensive in Rafah, defying international criticism. The southern city in Gaza is the last remaining safe haven in the Palestinian enclave and is crammed with some 1.5 million Palestinians from other parts of Gaza seeking refuge.

Gravitas: Netanyahu defies international warning against Rafah Offensive

Israel's offensive has displaced most of Gaza's 2.3 million people from their homes. According to the UN, a quarter of Gaza's population is starving at the moment and this comes as air drops by the US and other nations continue. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: UN says Gaza hunger crisis worsening

US and Jordanian aircraft dropped food supplies to Palestinian civilians trapped in the Gaza Strip in a joint humanitarian aid operation. Watch in for more details!

Israel War: Aid delivery continues in besieged Gaza, US-Jordan jointly airdrop aid

Gaza crisis: Planes airdrop humanitrian aid into Gaza, US-Jordan jointly airdrop aid

<p>Israeli forces have launched an overnight raid at Gaza’s largest hospital, Al-Shifa with reports of tanks and heavy gunfire triggering panic inside the medical complex.&nbsp;Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the raid and said that troops were conducting a “high-precision operation in limited areas” of the hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What we know about the Al-Shifa raid</strong></h2>

<p>The Israeli forces reportedly raided the largest hospital in the besieged Palestinian enclave, early Monday (Mar 18) for the fourth time since the beginning of the war between Israel and Hamas triggered by the militant group’s attack on southern Israel&nbsp;on October 7.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: UN says Gaza hunger crisis worsening</strong></p>

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<p>Israeli army vehicles were stationed inside&nbsp;Al-Shifa’s courtyard and its forces launched missiles and opened fire at the hospital’s specialised surgery building, said the Hamas-run health ministry, in a statement on Telegram.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It also reported that dozens of Palestinians were seen fleeing the compound, where hundreds of displaced people, patients and medical staff had been taking shelter amid the ongoing war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The raid, according to the ministry, began around 2:00 am (local time) and resulted in a “number of martyrs and wounded”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Gaza’s government media office said Israeli troops along with tanks and drones launched the offensive and began shooting inside the complex.</p>

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<p>A report by AFP citing witnesses said tanks were seen surrounding the hospital site. According to Israeli media reports, the troops have taken control of Al-Shifa and detained 80 people.</p>

<h2><strong>Around 30,000 trapped: Gaza health ministry</strong></h2>

<p>The Gaza health ministry released a statement calling on international organisations to “immediately stop this massacre against the sick, the wounded, the displaced, and the medical staff inside Al-Shifa Hospital”.</p>

<p>According to the Hamas-run ministry, around 30,000 people, including displaced civilians and medical staff were trapped inside the hospital amid the Israeli raid and called it “a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law.”</p>

<h2><strong>‘High-precision operation’</strong></h2>

<p>Amid reports about the Israeli raid, IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari released a statement claiming that the hospital is being used by “senior Hamas terrorists to conduct and promote terrorist activity.”</p>

<p>The IDF conducted the raid following “concrete intelligence that demanded immediate action. We know senior Hamas terrorists have regrouped inside the Shifa hospital and are using it to command attacks against Israel,” said Hagari.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israeli military also claimed that Hamas gunmen opened fire on them from inside the hospital “during the encirclement”.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Gaza health ministry has since dismissed the allegations calling them “fabricated narratives to deceive the world” to justify the storming of Al-Shifa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Monday’s raid comes after the Israeli army carried out a similar&nbsp;operation in November at the hospital complex which sparked an international outcry.&nbsp;</p>

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Israeli forces have launched an overnight raid at Gaza’s largest hospital, Al-Shifa with reports of tanks and heavy gunfire triggering panic inside the medical complex.

Israeli forces have launched an overnight raid at Gaza’s largest hospital, Al-Shifa with reports of tanks and heavy gunfire triggering panic inside the medical complex. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the raid and said that troops were conducting a “high-precision operation in limited areas” of the hospital. What we know about the Al-Shifa raid The Israeli forces reportedly raided the largest hospital in the besieged Palestinian enclave, early Monday (Mar 18) for the fourth time since the beginning of the war between Israel and Hamas triggered by the militant group’s attack on southern Israel on October 7. WATCH | Israel-Hamas war: UN says Gaza hunger crisis worsening Israeli army vehicles were stationed inside Al-Shifa’s courtyard and its forces launched missiles and opened fire at the hospital’s specialised surgery building, said the Hamas-run health ministry, in a statement on Telegram. It also reported that dozens of Palestinians were seen fleeing the compound, where hundreds of displaced people, patients and medical staff had been taking shelter amid the ongoing war. The raid, according to the ministry, began around 2:00 am (local time) and resulted in a “number of martyrs and wounded”. Meanwhile, Gaza’s government media office said Israeli troops along with tanks and drones launched the offensive and began shooting inside the complex. Also Read | Israeli delegation to head to Doha for temporary Gaza ceasefire, hostage release talks: Reports A report by AFP citing witnesses said tanks were seen surrounding the hospital site. According to Israeli media reports, the troops have taken control of Al-Shifa and detained 80 people. Around 30,000 trapped: Gaza health ministry The Gaza health ministry released a statement calling on international organisations to “immediately stop this massacre against the sick, the wounded, the displaced, and the medical staff inside Al-Shifa Hospital”. According to the Hamas-run ministry, around 30,000 people, including displaced civilians and medical staff were trapped inside the hospital amid the Israeli raid and called it “a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law.” ‘High-precision operation’ Amid reports about the Israeli raid, IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari released a statement claiming that the hospital is being used by “senior Hamas terrorists to conduct and promote terrorist activity.” The IDF conducted the raid following “concrete intelligence that demanded immediate action. We know senior Hamas terrorists have regrouped inside the Shifa hospital and are using it to command attacks against Israel,” said Hagari. The Israeli military also claimed that Hamas gunmen opened fire on them from inside the hospital “during the encirclement”. Also Read | Israel-Hamas war: Germany's Olaf Scholz says, 'We need temporary ceasefire very quickly' The Gaza health ministry has since dismissed the allegations calling them “fabricated narratives to deceive the world” to justify the storming of Al-Shifa. Monday’s raid comes after the Israeli army carried out a similar operation in November at the hospital complex which sparked an international outcry. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Israeli forces launch raid at Gaza’s Al-Shifa hospital, several casualties reported

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly criticized the United States for increasing scrutiny of his leadership during the ongoing conflict with Hamas and labelled calls for a new election as "wholly inappropriate."

Israel War: Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu slams US criticism amid Hamas conflict

<p>The Israeli cabinet has unanimously approved a national day of remembrance to honour the victims of the October 7 massacre and the Gaza war. This day of remembrance will be observed annually on the 24th of the Hebrew month of Tishrei.</p>

<p>According to reports, the unprecedented assault by the Hamas militant group on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, resulted in the killings of nearly 1,160 people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Two official state ceremonies will be held each year to commemorate the soldiers who lost their lives in the Gaza war, which continues&nbsp;with no truce in sight any time soon.</p>

<p>The initiative for this day of remembrance was first proposed by a group of lawmakers from both the coalition and the opposition in the Knesset.</p>

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<p>MK Naama Lazimi, a member of the Labor party and one of the key proponents of the initiative, highlighted the importance of honouring the victims and acknowledging the heroism of those who defended the country during the tragic events of October 7.</p>

<p>Lazimi expressed hope that the legislation would be widely accepted, stating, "Such a memorial day will give us all an opportunity to remember the murdered and hear the great stories of heroism of those who defended the country with their lives."</p>

<p>In a statement, she added, "I hope that the law will be widely accepted."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The October 7 Hamas terror attack also resulted in the capture of 253 hostages. In response, Israel launched a military offensive in Gaza with the aim of neutralising the threat and rescuing the hostages.</p>

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<p>At least 249 Israeli soldiers have lost their lives in the line of duty till now during the operation, reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The Israeli cabinet has unanimously approved a national day of remembrance to honour the victims of the October 7 massacre and the Gaza war. This day of remembrance will be observed annually on the 24th of the Hebrew month of Tishrei.

The Israeli cabinet has unanimously approved a national day of remembrance to honour the victims of the October 7 massacre and the Gaza war. This day of remembrance will be observed annually on the 24th of the Hebrew month of Tishrei. According to reports, the unprecedented assault by the Hamas militant group on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, resulted in the killings of nearly 1,160 people. Two official state ceremonies will be held each year to commemorate the soldiers who lost their lives in the Gaza war, which continues with no truce in sight any time soon. The initiative for this day of remembrance was first proposed by a group of lawmakers from both the coalition and the opposition in the Knesset. Also Read | Russia presidential election: Alexei Navalny’s wife arrives at embassy in Berlin to cast vote MK Naama Lazimi, a member of the Labor party and one of the key proponents of the initiative, highlighted the importance of honouring the victims and acknowledging the heroism of those who defended the country during the tragic events of October 7. Lazimi expressed hope that the legislation would be widely accepted, stating, "Such a memorial day will give us all an opportunity to remember the murdered and hear the great stories of heroism of those who defended the country with their lives." In a statement, she added, "I hope that the law will be widely accepted." Also Read | Australian foreign minister Penny Wong ties knot with partner Sophie Allouache The October 7 Hamas terror attack also resulted in the capture of 253 hostages. In response, Israel launched a military offensive in Gaza with the aim of neutralising the threat and rescuing the hostages. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Thousands protest on the streets of Tel Aviv against the government × At least 249 Israeli soldiers have lost their lives in the line of duty till now during the operation, reports said. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

Israel to mark Oct 7 as National Remembrance Day to honour killed civilians, soldiers

<p>The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which resume in Qatar on Sunday (March 16) in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday (March 15).</p>

<p>The talks between Mossad head David Barnea, Qatar’s prime minister and Egyptian officials will focus on remaining gaps between Israel and Hamas including over prisoner releases and humanitarian aid, the source said.</p>

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<p>Israel had said on Friday (March 14) it would be sending a delegation to Doha, but did not spell out when it would do so or who would take part. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to convene the security cabinet before the talks.</p>

<p>Israeli officials were not immediately available to comment on Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath.</p>

<p>Barnea was involved in previous significant pushes for a deal. A short-lived truce in November was agreed and came into effect after his participation in talks in Doha. His last meeting with Qatar's prime minister in January led to a proposal for a temporary ceasefire that Hamas ultimately rejected.</p>

<p>Hamas this week presented a new ceasefire proposal to mediators and Israel's ally the United States that includes the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for freedom for Palestinian prisoners.</p>

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<p>Repeated efforts to agree a ceasefire and exchange hostages for prisoners have fallen apart this year, despite mounting international pressure over the human cost of Israel's ground and air assault in Gaza.</p>

<p>The war began on October&nbsp;7 when Hamas sent fighters into Israel, killing 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and seizing 253 hostages according to Israeli tallies.</p>

<p>Israel's military campaign has killed more than 31,500 Palestinians, about 70% of them women and children, according to the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza.</p>


The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which resume in Qatar on Sunday (March 16) in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday (March 15).

The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which resume in Qatar on Sunday (March 16) in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday (March 15). The talks between Mossad head David Barnea, Qatar’s prime minister and Egyptian officials will focus on remaining gaps between Israel and Hamas including over prisoner releases and humanitarian aid, the source said. Also read: Gaza war: Hamas presents ceasefire proposal to mediators Israel had said on Friday (March 14) it would be sending a delegation to Doha, but did not spell out when it would do so or who would take part. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to convene the security cabinet before the talks. Israeli officials were not immediately available to comment on Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath. Barnea was involved in previous significant pushes for a deal. A short-lived truce in November was agreed and came into effect after his participation in talks in Doha. His last meeting with Qatar's prime minister in January led to a proposal for a temporary ceasefire that Hamas ultimately rejected. Hamas this week presented a new ceasefire proposal to mediators and Israel's ally the United States that includes the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for freedom for Palestinian prisoners. Also read: Ramadan begins without ceasefire: What it means for Gaza Repeated efforts to agree a ceasefire and exchange hostages for prisoners have fallen apart this year, despite mounting international pressure over the human cost of Israel's ground and air assault in Gaza. The war began on October 7 when Hamas sent fighters into Israel, killing 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and seizing 253 hostages according to Israeli tallies. Israel's military campaign has killed more than 31,500 Palestinians, about 70% of them women and children, according to the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza.

Mossad chief expected to lead Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha on Sunday

French President Emmanuel said on Saturday (Mar 16) that Russia would be asked to observe a ceasefire in war-torn Ukraine during the Paris Olympics. In an interview with a Ukrainian journalist, French President Macron said, "The demand for a ceasefire during the Olympics. They (the Russians) must do this. That is what has always happened." Watch to know more!

Ukraine war: France's Macron says Russia will be asked to observe ceasefire during Paris Olympics

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